The Shop RV Guide to Caravan Security

Caravan Security Buyers' Guide

Caravan security is one of the most important steps you can take as an owner to protect yourself, your investment, and its contents. Whether your caravan is on the road or in storage, taking the proper security measures will help you to avoid theft and vandalism and give you peace of mind, knowing that your caravan is safe.

Luckily, you don't need an expensive and high-tech anti-theft system to keep your caravan secure - with a few of the right pieces, you'll be able to deter any would-be burglar and have complete security without needing to spend an arm and a leg. In this Buyers' Guide, we'll introduce you to some of our favourite caravan security essentials and explain their purpose so that you can avoid making yourself an easy target.

Wheel Clamps

One of the greatest risks when you're storing a caravan is having someone hitch up and drive off with it in the night, but a wheel clamp will put a stop to that. Satisfyingly simple, a wheel clamp like this one from Klamp-It serves as both a strong visual deterrent to any potential thief and a reliable way of protecting your caravan.

Made from heavy duty steel with a powder coat finish, the Klamp-It wheel clamp has a circular cover to prevent access to the wheel nuts, while the clamp grips the tyre securely. All Klamp-It wheel clamps are manufactured to meet insurance industry and motor association standards and can be fitted easily in just 30 seconds. Suitable for tyres from 165-185mm in diameter, a wheel clamp is a security measure that should be at the top of every new owner's list.

Caravan Alarms

While visual deterrents are great for stopping thieves from driving off with your caravan, you need another layer of protection in case they try to break in. A caravan alarm is an excellent form of added security that will alert you to any intrusions while also scaring off anyone that attempts to gain entry to your van.

This WiTi alarm is one of the most advanced anti-theft alarms on the market and is the perfect choice for caravans or trailers that are fitted with electric brakes. Highly sensitive to movement, an audible alarm will sound, the lights will flash and the brakes will lock if the WiTi detects any attempt to steal or move the caravan. 

The WiTi anti-theft alarm also features Intrusion Detection and comes with an included wireless Passive Infrared (PIR) motion sensor and a magnetic door switch that engages if any movement is detected outside of your caravan while the alarm is armed.

Security Doors

Security doors offer another layer of caravan security that will frustrate any burglar and keep you safe from intruders while you're asleep. This model from Camec is made from strong and durable stainless steel, with a PVC infill in the door cavity for additional strength.

Featuring Camec's 3-point locking system, the Odyssey security door mounts on the outside of your existing entry door and is designed to open outwards, making it more difficult to break down. With a double-glazed, tinted acrylic window for privacy, the Odyssey security door removes temptation and protects you from prying eyes at the same time, giving you greater peace of mind when you're inside your caravan or away from it.

Hitch Locks

Paired with a wheel clamp, a hitch lock serves as the ultimate form of security when your caravan is in storage or unattended. With a high quality steel body and built-in locking mechanism The Australian Hitch Lock from Milenco is designed to fit over standard 50mm ball couplings while also securing your towing chains at the same time.

Snapping into place in seconds, the Milenco Australian Hitch Lock also includes a rubber weather cap to keep the lock barrel from rusting or becoming clogged with dirt and debris. Painted in a bright, safety yellow, there's no better way to tell thieves to look somewhere else than with this hitch lock.

Security Cables

Once you've got your caravan secured, it's time to think about everything else you'll be bringing on the road. Whether its a gas bottle or a bicycle, a security cable will keep it from going walkabout when you're not around.

Made from braided stainless steel cable with a durable rubber coating, this security cable from Milenco is highly visible and almost impossible to cut through. Plus, the built-in combination lock means you don't have to worry about losing another key when you're out on your adventures - just make sure to choose a number you won't forget!

DO35 Pin Locks

The DO35 coupling from Cruisemaster has become an incredibly popular choice amongst off-road caravan owners in recent years. This DO35 pin lock from Milenco is designed specifically for the Cruisemaster DO35 coupling, and will prevent a thief from hooking up to your caravan and towing it away.

Made from heavy duty steel, the pin lock drops into the coupling hole and is secured in place by the lock head. Fast and easy to fit, this pin lock comes with three stainless steel keys and its own plastic storage case, so you won't have to go digging around in your cargo space when it comes time to lock up.